Junior Publicist (Entertainment Talent)

Jill Fritzo Public Relations is looking for a Junior Publicist in Los Angeles. We are seeking an experienced candidate who is ready to take their career to the next level. Someone who can work in a fast-paced environment, is driven, can maintain the highest level of confidentiality, and possess strong communication and writing skills.

Jill Fritzo Public Relations is a bi-coastal boutique public relations firm representing entertainment talent.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate details for client photo shoots, press junkets, premieres, interviews and appearances, including travel and glam

• Create and maintain client schedules (in coordination with counterparts and team members)

• Working with the team to execute the strategic PR plan per client/project (Pitching, research, coverage)

• Creating press materials including press releases, pitches, bios, etc.

• Covering red carpet events and personal appearances for talent

• Oversee story ideas, arrange and facilitate client interviews and photo shoots

• Engage with media to secure high-level features and placements for clients and their projects

• Handle incoming press requests and researching press contacts at media outlets

• Process client requests in a timely manner

• Ongoing maintenance and updating of industry contacts and media lists

• Join new business meetings with team members and interested in pursuing new business across various verticals – tv, film, music, authors, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree, preferably in PR or Communications

• 2-3 years of experience working full-time at an agency, studio or in entertainment is required

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

• Highly organized

• Exceptional interpersonal, networking, organizational, verbal, and written communications skills

• Proactive and able to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment

• Meticulous attention to detail

• Strong writing and proofreading skills

• Able to handle any/all confidential information, issues and matters in a sensitive manner

• Interest in the entertainment industry strongly preferred

• Willingness to work occasional late nights, weekends, or holidays.